CAPITOL REVIEWS OWNERSHIP OF ICONIC BUILDING

THE Cebu Provincial Government has reviewed documents to establish legal ownership of the Palace of Justice before approving any renovation plans, following renewed proposals to house courtrooms in the facility.

Capitol said operationalizing the facility for courtrooms would cost up to P400 million but funding remains on hold until usage agreements are clarified.

While the structure stands on a lot owned by the provincial government, questions remain over the ownership of the building itself and whether a usufruct or a similar agreement exists.

No complete documentation had yet been found, prompting the ongoing review.